Smriti Irani

The country needs fiscal discipline to build a strong economy and for social justice.

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With ability to produce a diverse range of products, India has the potential to become the one-stop sourcing destination for brands and retailers of ASEAN nations.

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I am not defined by somebody's comments or an article or somebody's angst about me or their anxiety about me or what is being said about me on social media.

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No character in a soap is indispensable.

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If anything, 'Kyunki Saas' is impossible without Ekta Kapoor.

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There is always some criticism. Tell me one thing that Narendra Modi does and you don't criticise. If he gives a chance to newcomers, you say he forgot the old guard; if he gives a chance to an incumbent, you say Modi doesn't give a chance to young leaders.

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A degree which is just the paper and does not have the sanctity of law is not the one you want the students chasing for four years.

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Let me very proudly say that as a television actor, I never, ever saw any gender bias.

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Change can't be a compulsion. It has to happen organically.

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Nobody asks a working man who looks after his children; it's always the woman who is asked.

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I have seen rural life and met all kinds of people.

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I cannot have any apprehensions during elections.

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I meet party workers. This is a must because it helps me understand the problems and issues of voters at the district level.

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I feel travelling by road helps me connect with more people and understand their problems.

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Life, especially life on soaps, sometimes needs a reality check.

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I was born in a free country, which seeked to encourage freedom and justice for all. I want to be a part of that process, just like any other Indian.

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I can't speak for the rest, but I think the little India all of us carry in our hearts should be good enough for us individually to take a step to help ensure that same freedom and justice that our constitution guarantees is given to all.

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One should not encourage division on the basis of religion, region, caste, or creed if one wants India to truly rise as one of the greatest nations of the world.

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The country's future is what you will make it. Make your local representatives in parliament and assembly more answerable. Ask for more transparency in use of public funds.

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I am lucky to be part of a 'Kyunki.' Not every actor gets a chance to be part of a successful television show.

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